Owning Your Home - Whom to Contact (Maintaining & Improving)

Where do I get information on remodeling?
Try these sources:
* National Association of the Remodeling Industry, 4301 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 310,Arlington, VA 22203; (847) 298-9200.
* "Rehab a Home With HUDs 203(K)," published by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 7th and D St., S.W., Washington, DC 20410.
* "Cost vs. Value Report," by Remodeling magazine, 1 Thomas Circle, N.W., Suite 600, Washington, DC 20005. $8.95 per copy; call (202) 736-3447 for credit card orders.
* "The Do- able Renewable Home," by the Coordination and Development Department, American Association of Retired Persons, 601 E St., N.W., Washington, DC 20049.

Where can I get a list of architects?
If you need an architect, contact a local chapter of the American Institute of Architects or the national organization itself at 1735 New York Avenue, N.W.; Washington, DC 20006; (202) 626-7300. Also contact friends or colleagues who have recently worked with an architect for referrals. Take the time to interview several before choosing an architect.